This temple at the city entrance is particularly famous for its large Buddha statues, including a reclining Buddha. Across the street is the actual temple complex, consisting of two buildings and several chedis. The reclining Buddha is located behind it. You will definitely see Wat Somdet if you drive to Sangkhlaburi.

Free entry. Note: There are two temples called Wat Somdet, this one by the roadside and another one hidden in the jungle (which is more interesting).

Wat Somdet, which I am referring to, is a 10-minute walk from the Sankhlaburi bus station.

Wat Somdet is a temple, and when visiting a temple in Thailand there are some rules to follow: appropriate clothing (knees and shoulders should be covered), take off your shoes when entering the building, be quiet, do not hug or kiss, do not point your feet at the Buddha statue, do not smoke.

How to get there

How do you get to Wat Somdet? The Wat Somdet I am talking about is a 10-minute walk from the Sankhlaburi bus station.